Thanks:

1. The public library. I took the boys there earlier this week. I didn't get to all the sections of the library I wanted (Josh started throwing a fit), but I got some books for the boys, and a few for me. Josh and I have both loved reading our books this week- and its for free!

2. Effort. I've been a bit miffed at my dad for a while because he gets so self-absorbed that he forgets about everyone else, and this time its kept him from meeting my son Dekker. I used to be fine having to be the one to always make the effort at maintaining communications- because he likes it when I do, he's just not good at doing it himself. But now with two little ones its hard for me to go see him, and I began to wonder if it REALLY even mattered to him. So I stopped making an effort. Well, he finally called this week. My grandma who's been living with my aunt in Pleasant Grove isn't doing well, and they've moved her to an assisted living center. So my dad decided it was time to pay Utah a visit. He'll only be here a couple days, and its mostly to see my grandma- but he admitted he feels like a "derelict grandpa" and want to stay with us and meet Mr. Dex. I'm proud of him making an effort, and I'll make an effort to understand where he's coming from (the family situation we have isn't an easy one with divorce, religion/lifestyle differences, second families, etc).

3. Naptime. When Josh's nap, and Dekker's second nap of the day align it is a happy moment. I swear this is the only time I can get anything done!